FIFA World Cup 2026 may see multiple historic records broken

The FIFA World Cup 2026 is expected to be historic due to its expanded format and the potential for several all-time records to be broken. Current record-holders such as Miroslav Klose and Ronaldo Nazário may see their marks challenged by active players including Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo, and Kylian Mbappé. Key records at stake include oldest coach, most wins as a player, and most matches played as a coach. Notable candidates for breaking these records include Messi, who is close to Klose's scoring and wins records, and veteran coaches Miroslav Koubek and Didier Deschamps. As the tournament approaches, these storylines will capture attention across the globe.

• 2:15 PMYahoo Sports — Historic records that could be broken at the 2026 World Cup